"Imagine for a moment that you are in a safe place, a safe space. Imagine that this safe space is the dance floor."
This capsule brings two key values of the S.O.U.L. movement into dialogue: Respect the Bubble and Let it Go. It addresses the question of consent, reminding us that all contact must be clear, observed and accepted, and that safety depends on shared vigilance. It also explores the freedom to be, welcoming everyone — purist or newcomer — without judgment. Between respecting boundaries and letting go, the party becomes a space for collective learning and humanity.
Memorable quotes
"Imagine for a moment that you are in a safe place, a safe space. Imagine that this safe space is the dance floor."
"Am I bothering someone?"
"It was the first time I felt 100% safe — no one harassed me."
"Flirting is not the same as behaving inappropriately."
Key points
Value 15 — Respecting personal space and consent
- Contact is never implicit: it must be observed, consented to and clear.
- A look is not an invitation; silence does not mean "yes."
- Being under the influence of substances does not excuse inappropriate behavior.
- Organizers can foster a culture of consent by raising awareness from the entrance; some teams even give a "mini speech" to each attendee.
- Safety starts with shared vigilance: if you see someone being disruptive, you can intervene with kindness.
Value 16 — Including everyone
- Not everyone comes for the same reasons — and that's okay.
- Some dance to free themselves, others come to socialize or discover.
- Codes of conduct must be universal, applicable to all types of events.
- "We don't want to scare people, but to educate them about goodwill."
The Signal for Help
When the music is too loud to speak, when your eyes can't reach anyone, when all you have left is your hand... there exists a universal, silent, and discreet gesture created by the Canadian Women's Foundation to allow anyone in distress to ask for help without a single word.
"In the night, when words fail, when your eyes can't reach anyone, your hand remains. A single gesture can change everything."
This signal was created in April 2020 by the Canadian Women's Foundation and is recognized in over 50 countries. S.O.U.L. Montréal adopts and adapts it to the underground nightlife context.
See the full page: Signal for Help →